New ZealandInvestment scam: Auckland JP charged with 10 counts of money laundering worth nearly $1.8mPolice seized documents and computer equipment during a search at his home this week.24 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Substandard systems': Watchdog calls for ASB to refund scam victim’s $100k lossA financial expert claims ASB was on notice of criminal activity but failed to detect it.14 Jan 06:17 AM
New ZealandMan allegedly linked to $100k scam being removed from JP website, fresh probe launchedThe accused JP is authorised to certify anti-money laundering documents for finance firms.11 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A joke' - Kiwi victim of $100,000 scam refuses $2000 ‘goodwill payment’ by ASBNearly six month after scam reported, police are yet to interview the alleged mule.10 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Glacial response': Consumer watchdog slams NZ banks after update on fight against scammersWork is 'progressing' to introduce a co-ordinated Anti Scam Centre to protect customers.19 Dec 09:29 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeA Christmas phishing trip? Banks warn of scamsSome juicy term deposit offers are fake, NZ bank warns.06 Dec 01:54 AM
New Zealand'It's bizarre': Police uncover web of victims after widow loses $100K in FB hacking scamAn Australian man caught up in the case lost $500,000 in a romance scam.27 Nov 04:00 PM
Banking and financeBlack Friday sales NZ: How not to get scammedCriminals know everyone wants a bargain from now till Boxing Day.22 Nov 10:31 PM
New ZealandBorder alert, warrants issued for disbarred lawyer accused of money launderingVictim angry alleged mule did not have to surrender his passport to when given bail.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Very bad taste' - Anti-scam video featuring comedian Tom Sainsbury pulled by watchdogFraud victims criticise 'disrespectful and insensitive' awareness campaign.14 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBanks say $198m lost to scams; Netsafe calls for anti-scam centreNetsafe survey finds $2.1 billion in total losses; banks ready key new security measure.12 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandJP says bank account frozen after allegedly receiving $100k in stolen moneyThe private investigator, the secret recording and the fake Bitcoin investment contract.22 Oct 05:28 AM
New ZealandBanking Ombudsman launches probe into ASB after pensioner loses $100k in FB hacking scamThe victim's family want an independent review of ASB's processes.10 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Not a good look': ASB should have reported $100K fraud to police'Where does their liability sit for this if other cases are discovered?'25 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Bizarre': Widow loses $100k in Facebook hacking scam, family furious at ASB“If the bank had contacted the family we may have been able to recover the funds.”21 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Far too late': Victims sick of 'false promises' as banks announce changes to fight scams"Unfortunately, this comes far too late as my family’s lives have already been destroyed."15 Sep 02:11 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'Absolute negligence': Financial expert lashes Kiwi banks, alleges systemic security failuresIt’s absolute negligence on the banks’ behalf and it’s an embarrassment internationally.'12 Sep 06:03 PM
New ZealandVictims who lost $1.25m to scammers via alleged 'mule' believe ASB should accept liability"Some kind of red flag should have been raised."07 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeATM skimmers clean out woman's bank accountAn unexpected evening phone call and bank account shock as skimmers strike.29 Aug 04:10 AM
New Zealand'Highly p***ed off': Mule used ANZ account to steal money from up to 9 victims'Our NZ banking system is grossly inadequate.'24 Aug 06:46 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeDasset's crypto meltdown: Should regulators have stepped in months ago?Liquidators appointed but it's far from clear if customers will regain access to funds.16 Aug 06:30 AM
New ZealandScam victim hires private investigator to track ‘money mule’ after losing $100k'In a lot of these cases you’re chasing shadows, but here there’s a genuine lead.'14 Aug 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Terrible people': Scammers steal $350k from mum as hubby fights for life in hospital"That money was an inheritance ... and I’ve gone and f***ed it up."09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandPhishing scammer fleeces construction boss - while serving home detention for similar offendingHe used a sim-swapping scheme and phishing email to get the man's banking information.07 Aug 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Heartless': Bank refuses refunds for scam victims who lost $430k"NZers are soft targets because we don’t have the security in place. It’s bananas."31 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Digital ram raids': NetSafe unveils new scam detection weapon to protect Kiwis'This is a massive step in New Zealand’s war against scams.'26 Jul 02:54 AM
New ZealandAuckland scam victim faked own kidnapping to extract money from familyChinese students or older Chinese migrants the main targets.18 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand"Not sustainable': Calls for liaison police placements overseas to target scammersBut Government rubbishes plan as 'ridiculous'.18 Jul 04:42 AM
New Zealand'Skilled predators': Top cop admits it's impossible to ID offshore scammers“It’s easy money for the offenders. It’s an easy crime.”16 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMary HolmMary Holm: Decaying house, no cash for repairs - how to patch up the financial damage?OPINION: The owner is 63, his carer and sibling - with no ownership of the home - is 60.14 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandBank recovers just $19k of stolen $330k life savings, police ID scam 'mule''Why wasn’t something done to stop this guy?'04 Jul 05:21 AM
New Zealand'Not just gullible people': Nigel Latta fronts new TVNZ scam show“It’s not just gullible people, it’s smart people who get sucked in.”02 Jul 07:16 PM
New Zealand‘They have deep pockets’: Consumer boss wants banks forced to refund scam victims'It’s getting worse. The figures are mind-boggling.'02 Jul 07:16 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeKiwi start-up and HR firm join forces in bid to shake up banking bigwigsThe new partners hope to shake up payrolls and improve security for companies and staff.29 Jun 04:30 AM
